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Otsuka Rings Up Double-Digit Growth in H1 Pharma Sales
Otsuka Holdings’ pharmaceutical revenue in January-June climbed nearly 13% year on year thanks to buoyant performances from four global brands, particularly Jynarque (tolvaptan), which gained US approval last year as the first treatment for a rare kidney disease. In the…
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